\"\"

\

Write the prime factorization of each denominator.

\

\"\"

\

\"\"

\

\"\"

\

Write each prime factorization in the exponential form.

\

\"\"

\

\"\"

\

\"\"

\

Multiply the highest power of each factor in either number.

\

\"\".

\

Least Common Denominator of 7 and 9 is 63.\"\"

\

Rewrite the equivalent fractions using the LCD.

\

\"\"

\

\"\"\"\"

\

Compare the numerators. Numerators are not same and 45 < 49.

\

So, replace the \"\" symbol with < symbol.

\

\"\"\"\"

\

The true statement is \"\".